Ruud Gullit expressed concern over Real Madrid's performance this season, attributing their struggles to a lack of teamwork and defensive contributions from players. During an interview at the 2026 Laureus Sports Award on April 20, he noted that while Madrid boasts individual talent, this reliance can backfire if players do not work collectively. Gullit highlighted Paris Saint-Germain's success under Luis Enrique, where every player contributes defensively, contrasting it with Madrid's current approach. He stated, "Sometimes you see them wandering around. Walking. You can have one like that. That's already difficult. If you have a couple of them, then it becomes very complicated." Gullit concluded that Madrid needs a coach who can instill the importance of both individual brilliance and teamwork to compete effectively against top teams like Bayern Munich and PSG.